Comments on: West Seattle’s Tibbetts United Methodist Church defying denomination’s discrimination decision

By: ScubaFrog

ScubaFrog — Sun, 10 Mar 2019 18:22:11 +0000

That’s touching and rejuvenating. A great thing to read this Sunday. Rev. Sarah Casey, You Rock!

By: Jalice

Jalice — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 05:21:18 +0000

I’m new to Methodism, and when the news got about about the “traditionalist” vote, I was saddened and embarrassed. Here I thought I’d finally found a faith community that stands for more than dogma, and with that new, I worried that perhaps it was a fluke, or worse, a ruse. Thankfully, Pastor Sarah and many others at Tibbetts UMC have shown me that my hopes are not unfounded. PRIDE is restored in all aspects of my life. Gay Pride, Methodist Pride, Community Pride…

By: Lovingdad

Lovingdad — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 22:20:58 +0000

In reply to Lovingmom. As you advised, I looked into it and found that it is cancelled.

By: newnative

newnative — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 16:29:57 +0000

In reply to Darla Lewis. What's respectful about banning same-sex marriages, banning LGBTQ clergy and banning the ability of each church to determine its own decision-making? What's Christ-like about that?

By: James 1:19-20

James 1:19-20 — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 16:13:55 +0000

Respectfully agree to disagree. My heart is heavy seeing the rediculous amount of slander and libel directed at these churches. I’ve attended both of these churches (and many more around West Seattle) and have experienced their love for the LGBTQIA+ community.Futhermore, the word “bigot” is constantly being thrown around, attempting to define these churches; however, when I look up the word – it defines people who can not tolerate other people with differing opinions. Therefore bigot would define those who are constantly slandering these groups. If you have a differing opinions (as we all do about various things, because we are individuals), that’s great. How about trying to communicate in civil way to help one another gain persepective; and if that is not possible, agree to disagree – don’t talk about it, just be about it. This is a free country. The book of James was written to the church who was being oppressed and even hunted. “This you know, my beloved brethren. But everyone must be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger; for the anger of man does not achieve the righteousness of God.”‭‭James‬ ‭1:19-20‬ ‭

By: Lovingmom

Lovingmom — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 15:27:08 +0000

In reply to D-Mom. Pastor John confirmed you can come to service if you are gay but cannot be a member. Sort of like segregation no? They are hosting a retreat at the end of month by leader of GC with an agenda that greatly saddens us lgbtq+ supporters. Ask for a copy maybe? He was asked not to host it by community members. He denied the request. Friends with the Faust’s for years. Shares similar views. All on the internet. Sad.

By: West SeattleForAll

West SeattleForAll — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 01:06:22 +0000

Now this is the news we all need to hear right now! There is so much hate in the world, and it costs absolutely nothing to be kind. To everyone, regardless of how they identify or who they happen to love. I’ve heard Grace Church doesn’t “openly” condemn, but that’s even more shady, in my opinion. I spoke to someone recently that told me that she attends Grace Church and that “she didn’t know that they believe in conversion therapy” but would be attending anyway because it “doesn’t affect her anyway because she’s not gay.” That Kool Aid must be really sweet.Thank you to those of you out in the streets showing support, and thank you WSB for the coverage.

By: D-Mom

D-Mom — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 15:18:12 +0000

Thank you Rev. Casey! And thank you to the leaders of Tibbetts Church! Glad to know that some churches use common sense and love over hateful agendas. Proud to have this church in West Seattle! And thank you WSB for running this story.

By: D-Mom

D-Mom — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 15:15:53 +0000

In reply to Morganjct37. You mean that I live just a few doors down from an anti-LGBTQ church? That makes me sick! I had no idea. Here I am thinking that the small, community church in Arbor Heights was liberal.

By: Lynne Howe

Lynne Howe — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 14:36:27 +0000

In reply to Andee. To the courageous clergy and congregation of Tippetts United Methodist Church: KUDOS! WAY TO ROCK IT! HALLELUJAH FOR YOUR BRAVERY IN AFFIRMING THE LOVE OF GOD AND JESUS! And yes, I am screaming with delight at the stand you have taken, and am here to tell you that there are other pockets of resistance out here. Thank you so very much for taking your public and affirming stand. Love and prayers to all of you. Shalom, Lynne Howe, Lena United Methodist Church

By: Love&peace

Love&peace — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 05:26:13 +0000

This is beautiful! Crazy to think there are churches in our beloved WS that are anti-gay but there are more than a few that do….Love Tibbetts for taking action and WSB for publishing.

By: Morganjct37

Morganjct37 — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 03:44:11 +0000

Thank you for sharing! With both Grace Church (google West Seattle Grace church covenant and see images) and Arbor Heights Community Church pushing their Anti-LGBTQ+ agenda its great to know there are least a few safe places where ANYONE can worship. So hard to fathom it exists in WS but it does! I wish someone would publish a list of safe churches so we can distinguish the haters hiding behind their churches and those that are all welcoming.

By: Dale Swanson

Dale Swanson — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 00:45:52 +0000

“Condemn no man for not thinking as you think. Let every one enjoy the full and free liberty of thinking for himself. Let every man use his own judgment, since every man must give an account of himself to God. Abhor every approach, in any kind or degree, to the spirit of persecution, if you cannot reason nor persuade a man into the truth, never attempt to force a man into it. If love will not compel him to come, leave him to God, the judge of all”—John Wesley founder of Methodism

By: Darla Lewis

Darla Lewis — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 21:53:11 +0000

From what I am reading and hearing about the decisions, as well as what our pastor informed the congregation today regarding LBTQA and same sex marriage discussion at the UMConference this past weekend, this statement by Pastor Sarah Casey seems misleading. There was no vote to “throw out” those who are of the LGBT community. Everyone of every color, creed, nationality, sinner or saint is welcome in the United Methodist Church. In addition, having to discuss and make a decision on some vital issues of the church, the Conference made the decision to continue to follow the biblical teachings of Christ. Now we should begin the process of healing; love one another as Christ loves you. Simply put: agree to disagree respectfully.

By: me

me — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 21:40:33 +0000

Amazing, I'm so happy to read this beautiful news. Thank you Tibbetts and every one who supports this.